Virtual Islands: One Of The Many Gifts Received By The Twilight Stars At The MTV Movie Awards

It’s nothing new to hear of celebs receiving gifts at the various awards shows and galas, but this year some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including the stars of Twilight received the first ever virtual gift.

According to a press release, GBK Productions, Samy Montechristo, and Activeworlds honored the 2010 MTV Movie Awards Nominees, Presenters and few special guests with its Annual Luxury Gift Lounge on June 4th and 5th 2010 at the London West Hollywood. GBK,  offered its exclusive list of invited celebrities, VIPs, and Media an opportunity to enjoy a luxurious environment with gifts, MTV-inspired cocktails, a special pet lounge, and live performances. They also received their own virtual islands, compliments of Virtual Celebrity Islands.

The 3D virtual island websites from GBK were apparently this years most sought after item, even before vacations, fashion, luxury pet goods, and lifestyle products.

Founded by Samy Montechristo and powered by Activeworlds, Virtual Celebrity Islands is the new home of a groundbreaking celebrity community. Each virtual celebrity island features a fully interactive 3D studio with a sound-stage for virtual live events, 300 acres of virtual land, a penthouse, and their own virtual Ferraris, limos, yachts and private helicopters. These islands are capable of housing each celebrity’s social and professional networks (Twitter, Facebook, Myspace, personal blogs, etc.) and offer a way for fans to interact with their favorite stars in a new way. Live events can be hosted from the virtual studios, while archived events and photos can be posted and explored. Fans can meet with other fans, and all can be invited to visit live with the celebrity themselves.

Twilight stars Boo Boo Stewart, Kiowa Gordon and Edi Gathegi were reportedly thrilled to received the gift.  Gordon in particular was excited because his band could host live concerts via the virtual studio.